In an exceptional collaboration with Motibhai Group, Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort hosted a night of culinary indulgence at its premium beachfront dining outlet, Tatavu Grill & Bar. The event, featuring wine connoisseur Gordon Gebbie, showcased an exquisite 4-course tasting menu paired with specially selected wines, providing guests with a truly unique dining experience. Chef de Cuisine Dante Nunez Jaime and his talented culinary team curated a menu that celebrated the flavors of locally sourced ingredients and sustainable culinary practices, which are central to the ethos of Tatavu Grill & Bar. The evening’s offerings also featured special delicacies set to be included in the restaurant’s remastered menu, highlighting the chefs’ commitment to innovative, high-quality cuisine.
Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort Showcases Culinary Excellence
Each of the four courses was paired with wines expertly selected by Gordon Gebbie, offering guests a perfect harmony of flavors. One of the standout features of the evening was a Spiced Chocolate Fudge, created by renowned Singaporean chocolatier and chef, Janice Wong. The dessert, featuring a masala fudge filling, white chocolate and thyme foam, and blueberry coulis, was paired with Yarrabank Crème de Cuvee, adding a touch of indulgence to the evening’s finale.
Janice Wong, who has earned recognition as “Asia’s Best Pastry Chef” twice by the World’s 50 Best Restaurants, also brought her signature chocolate art installations to the event. Earlier in May, Wong had partnered with Marriott International Fiji Hotels to host exclusive dinner events, showcasing her culinary creativity.
Elevating the Fijian Dining Scene
Complex Director of Food & Beverage, Ajeesh Vijayakumar, emphasized the importance of professional development for the culinary and F&B teams, saying:
“An integral part of the event was the upskilling of our Food & Beverage and culinary teams. Gordon Gebbie’s extensive training supports the enhancement of our teams’ skills and knowledge, ensuring a consistently high standard of service for our guests.”
Vijayakumar also noted the resort’s role as a premium food destination, highlighting that events featuring global chefs like Janice Wong and exclusive wine dinners with Rathbone Wine contribute to elevating the guest experience.
“The exceptional wines produced by Little Yering and Mount Langi have been featured on our wine list, showcasing their remarkable quality,” he added.
A Thriving Partnership
Business Development Manager – Wines & Spirits at Motibhai Group of Companies, Nitesh Chand, shared his excitement about the collaboration:
“As a diversified corporate organization with a wide-ranging portfolio, including FMCG, hospitality, luxury goods, real estate, and more, we take great pleasure in collaborating with the renowned hospitality brand Marriott International Fiji Resorts. Together with their talented team, we curate exciting and extraordinary premium events that showcase Fiji’s fine dining scene at its finest.”
This memorable event was a testament to the successful collaboration between Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort, Sheraton Denarau Villas, Motibhai Group, and the Rathbone Wine Group. The evening underscored their shared commitment to delivering extraordinary guest experiences through exceptional cuisine, fine wines, sustainable practices, and the famous warmth of Fijian hospitality.
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